Pinson Valley High School vs Rudd Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pinson Valley High School
Pinson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,025 students
Rudd Middle School
Pinson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
648 students
| Measure | Pinson Valley High School Pinson, Alabama | Rudd Middle School Pinson, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #216 of 304 | #220 of 263 |
| National rank | #13414 of 16,910 | #14039 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,025 | 648 |
| Enrollment | 1,025 | 648 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.5% | 71.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 19% |
| city | Pinson | Pinson |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinson Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.7 vs 18.4).
- •Pinson Valley High School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 19%).
- •Pinson Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 26%).
- •Pinson Valley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.5% vs 71.3%).
- •Pinson Valley High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.0).
- •Pinson Valley High School is the larger school with 1,025 students compared with 648.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pinson Valley High School better than Rudd Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Pinson Valley High School ranks higher (29.7 vs 18.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Pinson Valley High School and Rudd Middle School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Pinson and Pinson in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pinson Valley High School: 1,025. Rudd Middle School: 648. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pinson Valley High School and Rudd Middle School rank in Alabama?
Pinson Valley High School is 216th of 304 and Rudd Middle School is 220th of 263 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).